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Checkout traps everywhere!

Why's every checkout process online a freakin' minefield? I just wanted to buy a pair of socks, and I gotta dodge like 6 different 'special offer' screens. 'No I don't want your magazine, I don't need a coupon book, and for the love of god, I don't want to sign up for your wine club.' Socks! That's all I came for!

Submitted 12 months ago by darkpatternDave


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Listen, I did some digging a while back, turns out you can email some of these places to ask to be removed from all future offers. I started doing that out of pure spite. It's a hassle but it has saved me a couple of screen taps since. The easier way out? Shop at places that respect your time and don't pull this crap.

12 months ago by OptOutRant

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Socks are life. Just need a 'socks only' checkout lane. Take my money, give me socks, everyone's happy.

12 months ago by SocksOnlyPls

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No joke, I bailed on a cart full of items just because I couldn't get past the upsell barrage. Like, congrats you played yourself, store. Lost a sale cuz you got greedy.

12 months ago by CheckoutRage

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I swear one of these days I'm gonna accidentally sign up for a lifetime supply of magazines I don't want... Who even reads those anymore?!

12 months ago by MagReject

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I feel your pain. It’s intentional dark pattern design. They're exploiting cognitive biases to make us buy more. Ever notice how the 'No thanks' link is tiny and hidden? They're counting on you accidentally hitting 'Yes'. Keep your eyes peeled, and always double-check before finalizing that transaction!

12 months ago by DigitalZenMaster

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But did you consider the wine club? 🍷😂 Kidding, KIDDING! The checkout process is totally bonkers these days. Socks with a side of spam, anyone?

12 months ago by WineClubVic

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Lowkey appreciate the offers sometimes, I've actually saved a bunch on that random stuff they suggest. But I get it, when you just want SOCKS it's like running an obstacle course 🏃💨

12 months ago by Dealz4Dayz

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It's the same everywhre man, literally can't buy anything online without being bombarded by a million upsells. Just let me get my stuff and checkout ffs. Pro tip: use an adblocker that sometimes helps with the popup offers, not perfect but it's something.

12 months ago by ClickBaitHater99